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Will the future of ethical labelling be defined by fragmentation or integration?

27-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

As the number of ethical labels in Asia’s cosmetics industry is developing rapidly, will new ethical, health and environmental labels join the dominant natural and organic segment? And how can Asia-Pacific (APAC) brands maximise their opportunity to join...

How smart packaging is shaping the beauty products of tomorrow, Part II

27-Sep-2016 By Simon Pitman

Smart packaging is without doubt one of the most exciting and potentially revolutionary technologies to ever impact the beauty industry.

How smart packaging is shaping the beauty products of tomorrow, Part I

26-Sep-2016 By Simon Pitman

Smart packaging is without doubt one of the most exciting and potentially revolutionary technologies to ever impact the beauty industry.

Natural and organic labelling rise set to continue

22-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

The global cosmetics industry has seen a considerable increase in the use of ethical, natural and organic labels, which is having a positive effect on the Asia-Pacific market.

Product innovation set to propel Japan’s cosmetics industry

22-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

As Japan’s review period has shown weak growth, its leading cosmetic producers are focusing on innovation, marketing and trends to increase its sales during the forecast period.

Euromonitor on the rise of the ‘eco-worrier’ and what it means for beauty

21-Sep-2016 By Lucy Whitehouse

Euromonitor has released a report on the ‘eco-worrier’ global consumer profile, and explained what impact their spending habits will have on beauty.

K-Beauty Bangkok Expo to showcase Korea’s cosmetics market

21-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

K-Beauty Bangkok Expo, a new collaboration with Kintex (Korea International Exhibition Centre), will feature at this year’s Beyond Beauty ASEAN-Bangkok (BBAB) annual cosmetics trade show and conference between 22-24 September 2016.

Shiseido partnership drives digital growth

21-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

Leading global cosmetics company, Shiseido, has teamed up with innovations agency, Fabernovel to achieve its digital ambitions.

Taiwan approves new draft revisions to cosmetic safety law

21-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

Taiwan’s new Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) cabinet has recently approved a comprehensive list of draft revisions for Taiwan's cosmetics law.

Naturals and Sustainability Special Newsletter

By-products and re-used materials raise bar on formulation sustainability

21-Sep-2016 By Simon Pitman

Ethical and sustainability claims are proving among the hottest trends right now, and a new way for formulators to tap into this heightened state of consumer consciousness is to reuse otherwise discarded materials.

Unilever acquires Seventh Generation

20-Sep-2016 By Deanna Utroske

The multinational CPG company announced yesterday that it has signed a deal to purchase the plant-based personal care and household cleaners company known as Seventh Generation—thereby shoring up its position in the naturals market.

in-cosmetics Asia 2016 presents latest innovations in beauty and personal care

20-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

This year’s event, which houses hundreds of leading global innovative brands, will focus on changing consumer demands in product selection, placement and pricing.

LG Household & Health Care develops South Korea’s first cosmetics-only facility

20-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

Following a record-breaking Q1 and Q2 2016, LG Care is continuing to develop its cosmetics industrial complex in South Korea.

India set to reduce restrictions on cosmetic imports

20-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

The Indian government is expected to imminently announce its removal of research trials for foreign cosmetics to help with the flow of imported goods.

in-cosmetics made its North American debut this month, and here’s what happened

19-Sep-2016 By Deanna Utroske

The bustling international cosmetics and personal care ingredient trade show held it’s first-ever event in New York City recently, and the educational sessions, live demos, trends presentations, award ceremony, formulations competition, and over 150 international...

Skin care devices market set for highest pace growth in APAC region

15-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

A Transparency Market Research (TMR) report outlines the prominent skin care device trends and current market activity within Asia and highlights its future potential.

New Zealand natural skincare brand pushes the ethical sector forward

15-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

Trilogy, a New Zealand-based natural skincare brand, combines ethical considerations with social responsibility to encourage international charity and cosmetics development.

Cosmoprof Asia 2016 to highlight global brands and emerging trends in the APAC market

15-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

More than 2,700 companies will exhibit at the six-day Cosmoprof Asia 2016 event, which will showcase leading international brands in two of Hong Kong’s premier venues.

Dabur takes small step into African cosmetics market

14-Sep-2016 By Simon Pitman

India-based consumer goods and cosmetics player Dabur has just sealed a deal to buy a small South African cosmetics player, paving the way to huge growth potential across the African continent.

Kao opens up new research facility in Odawara City

14-Sep-2016 By Simon Pitman

Kao has invested significantly in a new beauty research and innovation center that will be situated in the within the existing Odawara Complex.

Kao targets improved operating margins

14-Sep-2016 By Simon Pitman

Japanese multinational cosmetics player Kao says it is targeting a further increase in sales for its cosmetics division while also raising the profit margin target through to 2020.

Revlon completes Elizabeth Arden acquisition

13-Sep-2016 By Deanna Utroske

It’s a done deal! Revlon confirmed last week that the acquisition was successful and that the combined company—a “global beauty enterprise”–now operates with Revlon as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE as REV.

Formulating for rapid results

13-Sep-2016 By Belinda Carli, director, Institute of Personal Care Science

As consumers become increasingly demanding of great results from their personal care products, how can you best formulate a product to ensure your consumer gets the rapid results they are looking for?

The Face Shop set to enter the Indian market

13-Sep-2016 By Simon Pitman

Korean natural and organic cosmetic player The Face Shop is set to enter the fast-growing India market, following on from much speculation about its ambitions in the market.

AmorePacific to start manufacturing in Malaysia

13-Sep-2016 By Simon Pitman

The continued international expansion of AmorePacific Group will see the Korean cosmetics company establishing a manufacturing base in Malaysia.

Winners announced for the 2016 Cosmetics Design “Best Ingredient Made from Recycled Materials Award”

12-Sep-2016 By Deanna Utroske

At the inaugural in-cosmetics North America event in New York City last week, Cosmetics Design announced the finalists, runner up, and honoree for the award, which recognizes the work ingredient developers are doing to make beauty products more ecologically...

Memebox uses digital opportunities to launch makeup and skincare brands

08-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

After raising $65.95 mn, Memebox will expand and create new makeup and skincare brands at its high street stores in Asia and new online store.

Beyond Beauty ASEAN-Bangkok to showcase leading brands and trends in APAC

08-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

Over 1,500 brands are expected to exhibit at this year’s Beyond Beauty ASEAN-Bangkok, generating $50mn worth of trade and contributing towards the significant growth within the APAC region.

H&M launches beauty range in Singapore

07-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

September marks the launch of H&M’s beauty range in Singapore, signifying the company’s first expansion of its beauty and cosmetics concept into the Asian market.

Halal leads cosmetic packaging trends dominating the market

07-Sep-2016 By Natasha Spencer

As popularity for Halal packaging grows within the Asia-Pacific region, companies are introducing innovative and creative cosmetic packaging to appeal to its consumers.

What happens to sustainability policy during political or economic crisis?

07-Sep-2016 By Simon Pitman

Pursuing sustainability goals can often prove both time-consuming and costly for cosmetics and personal care companies to implement, so what is the best course of action during a crisis?

OECD approval given to animal testing alternative in Japan

06-Sep-2016 By Simon Pitman

The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has given approval to an animal testing alternative for cosmetic product allergies for use by Kao and Shiseido.

Japanese cosmetics players eye lucrative tourist spend

06-Sep-2016 By Simon Pitman

In Japan long-term economic stagnancy has impacted consumer spend to the point where any growth potential is jumped upon. And right now tourists are scrambling for Japanese cosmetics.

A look at Shiseido’s developments in Asia in 2016

06-Sep-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

Shiseido has rapidly expanded across the Americas and Europe this year with focused efforts on travel retail, R&D hubs and partnerships with major beauty players. Here though, we’re taking a look at how the Japanese cosmetics player has still managed...

Special Focus: Brand Innovation

Getting beauty brand innovation just right

01-Sep-2016 By Simon Pitman

We look at the biggest factors impacting new product development by considering the latest demographic trends, spotlighting what consumers really want and tapping into digital technology.

Personal care set to remain a separate retail channel in India

31-Aug-2016 By Simon Pitman

Food retailers have been lobbying the Indian government for years to be able to sell personal care products, but government officials have once again vetoed any amendments to the law.

Is this the last big surge in Korean cosmetic exports?

31-Aug-2016 By Simon Pitman

Latest figures show that Korean cosmetic and personal care companies are continuing to enjoy booming exports, but this could end as new trading regulation may threaten the future.

Should ‘quality’ ingredients matter more than ‘natural’ ingredients?

30-Aug-2016 By Deanna Utroske

At least one skin science and personal care research consultant thinks so. And, Cosmetics Design spoke with Nava Dayan about the formulation challenges and toxicity concerns that exist when the two attributes overlap.

Greenpeace East Asia reports positive response on microbeads

30-Aug-2016 By Simon Pitman

Following a report that outlined many of the multinational players had made little concrete commitment to eradicating microbeads, a number of multinationals break their silence.

Complex carbohydrates research centre aims to benefit cosmetics and packaging

30-Aug-2016 By Simon Pitman

Adelaide Glycomics says that the opening of its carbohydrates research centre is the largest of its kind in the southern Hemisphere, and is likely to benefit a number of industries, including cosmetics.

Indie Beauty Expo 2016 outdoes itself

29-Aug-2016 By Deanna Utroske

This year marked the second annual IBE event in New York City. And the show, catering to the trade, retail buyers, press, and consumers, firmly established itself as the newest go-to event for trend spotting, business deals, and much more!

Special Focus: Palm Oil

The guide on how to get palm oil right

25-Aug-2016 By Simon Pitman

Palm oil is an essential ingredient for cosmetics and personal care players, and if it’s sourced sustainably, it’s hard to beat both in terms of carbon footprint and efficacy.

PCHi 2017 unveils exhibitor presentation theatre amongst new additions

24-Aug-2016 By Simon Pitman

In 2017 a number of new exhibitor initiatives have been added for the 10th edition of the Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) trade show.

2016 - a momentous year for the halal segment in Asia

24-Aug-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

In 2016, Cosmetics Design witnessed brands and governments in non-Muslim majority countries in Asia become more eager than ever to invest and grow the halal industry. Here, we take a look at the markets that were most interested and the new bills being...

Guest article

Brexit and the UK cosmetics industry: a view from CTPA

23-Aug-2016 By CTPA

In this guest article, the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA) outlines what the Brexit vote means for the UK cosmetics industry and how companies should be responding.

Henkel and BASF collaborate to make Indonesia palm production more viable

23-Aug-2016 By Simon Pitman

Targeting the fact that 40% of the world's palm oil is produced by small- to medium sized farmers, BASF and Henkel have collaborated with development organisation Solidaridad to help make this sector more efficient and sustainable in Indonesia.

Why is the Vietnamese cosmetic market dominated by multinationals?

23-Aug-2016 By Simon Pitman

Multinational and foreign cosmetic and personal care companies are fast taking control of the growing number of opportunities in the country’s expanding industry.

A look at the regulatory issues affecting APAC in 2016

23-Aug-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

As Asia’s cosmetics markets continue to evolve with considerable speed, changes and updates to regulation and safety guidelines are happening just as fast. Here, we’ve rounded up the most noteworthy amendments for you to keep on top of...

Country Focus: Indonesia

Opportunity in Indonesia sparks race for market entry and expansion

19-Aug-2016 By Simon Pitman

Indonesia is powering ahead in terms of economic development, driven by rapid growth in the population and the economy. And this is translating into a surge in beauty product spend and market opportunities.

Shiseido cuts full year forecast

18-Aug-2016 By Simon Pitman

Japanese multinational Shiseido announced steady sales and a big increase in profits for the first half of its financial years, but cuts its forecasts on the back of restructuring and currency exchange.